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- Chon Buri hotel technician misuses master keycard to steal from guest
Police arrested a technician yesterday, April 20, for stealing valuables worth more than 500,000 baht from a guest’s room at a hotel in Najomtien subdistrict, Sattahip district, Chon Buri. The victim, 42 year old Laddawan, checked into the hotel at around 2pm on Sunday, April 19. She left her belongings in the room, including a …
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Chon Buri hotel technician misuses master keycard to steal from guestLegacy Police arrested a technician yesterday, April 20, for stealing valuables worth more than 500,000 baht from a guest’s room at a hotel in Najomtien subdistrict, Sattahip district, Chon Buri.
The victim, 42 year old Laddawan, checked into the hotel at around 2pm on Sunday, April 19. She left her belongings in the room, including a waist bag containing gold items and 116,000 baht in cash.
The bag held several valuables, including a Buddhist amulet in a gold frame worth more than 220,000 baht, a gold necklace valued at 37,000 baht, two gold bracelets worth 37,000 baht and 73,800 baht respectively, and a gold ring valued at 37,000 baht. Lottery tickets she had recently purchased were also inside.
The following day, April 20, she discovered the bag was missing and reported the incident to hotel staff. Staff informed her that a technician had sneaked into her room while she was away.
Photo via Facebook/ Sattahip News – สัตหีบนิวส์ According to staff, the technician, identified as 35 year old Mack, had requested permission to use the hotel’s master keycard, which grants access to all rooms, claiming he had left equipment inside the room.
Police later questioned Mack, who confessed to the theft. Officers recovered the stolen items from his accommodation.
Mack was detained at Na Jomtien Police Station and charged with theft at night. Under Section 335 of the Criminal Law, the offence carries a penalty of one to five years’ imprisonment and a fine ranging from 20,000 to 100,000 baht.
Photo via Facebook/ Sattahip News – สัตหีบนิวส์ In a similar case in Phuket, a hotel security supervisor attempted to enter a female DJ’s room using a master keycard. The woman managed to secure the door with an internal latch after noticing the attempt.
Police arrested the suspect after CCTV footage showed the incident. He was later released on 50,000 baht bail, and the court ordered him to wear an electronic monitoring bracelet during his probation period.
Police have not disclosed the motive in the Phuket case, including whether the suspect intended theft or another offence.
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21 April 21 2026Crime Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997537 - Hallucinating Irishman held after Pattaya condo fire
An Irishman allegedly set a Pattaya condo room on fire while experiencing hallucinations early today, April 21. Emergency crews rescued three people from the fourth-floor unit and took them to hospital. Police were alerted to the incident at 3.46am. Officers at Pattaya City Police Station coordinated with Pattaya City disaster prevention officials and Sawang Boriboon …
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Hallucinating Irishman held after Pattaya condo fireLegacy An Irishman allegedly set a Pattaya condo room on fire while experiencing hallucinations early today, April 21. Emergency crews rescued three people from the fourth-floor unit and took them to hospital.
Police were alerted to the incident at 3.46am. Officers at Pattaya City Police Station coordinated with Pattaya City disaster prevention officials and Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan rescue workers to inspect the scene.
The fire started on the fourth floor of the seven-storey condominium building in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung. Flames and thick smoke spread through the building, forcing officials to evacuate residents before firefighters contained the blaze.
Photo via Amarin TV The fire was brought under control in about 20 minutes, although a large amount of smoke remained, and ventilation equipment was used.
Inside the fire-damaged room, officials found severe damage, with the blaze believed to have started in the living room. A kitchen knife was found on a table, and a lighter was found on the floor. Both were kept as evidence.
Photo via Amarin TV Firefighters entered the smoke-filled room and rescued three people, including an eight year old boy, his 27 year old mother Kewalin, and 50 year old Irish national Carl Ruben Miller, who police allege started the fire.
Officials said the man was talking to himself and standing on the balcony as if he might jump. Officers then moved in and restrained him safely.
All three were found with smoke inhalation symptoms and were taken to hospital for treatment. The Irishman also had soot on his face.
According to the wife, her husband had been hallucinating, talking to himself in front of a mirror and believed someone was coming to attack him.
Photo via Amarin TV She said he walked around the room holding a knife, confined her and their son inside, and then used a lighter to set the room on fire.
Condominium staff said the woman had contacted them before the fire and asked for help. When security staff went to check, no one answered the door, and the fire broke out shortly afterwards.
Police have initially taken the Irishman into custody to calm him down and are preparing to question everyone involved. Investigators suspect the condo fire was a case of arson linked to his hallucinations.
Siam Chon News reported that damage is estimated at no less than 500,000 baht, and forensic officers have been asked to examine the scene to determine the exact cause before legal action proceeds.
Photo via Amarin TV Elsewhere, a German man in Krabi was taken for rehabilitation after experiencing intense hallucinations, allegedly from self-made drugs, causing a public disturbance by screaming uncontrollably for hours.
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21 April 21 2026Crime Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997535 - Thai YouTuber told to move in Phuket Beach confrontation
A dispute at Mai Khao Beach in Phuket, now shared prominently across Thai social media, drew mixed reactions after a foreign couple was seen asking a Thai-Italian YouTuber to move while filming on the public beach. Nawinda “Mint” Bertotti, a Thai travel blogger and actress, shared the incident during her trip to Phuket in a …
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Thai YouTuber told to move in Phuket Beach confrontationLegacy A dispute at Mai Khao Beach in Phuket, now shared prominently across Thai social media, drew mixed reactions after a foreign couple was seen asking a Thai-Italian YouTuber to move while filming on the public beach.
Nawinda “Mint” Bertotti, a Thai travel blogger and actress, shared the incident during her trip to Phuket in a vlog posted on her YouTube channel, PakMuddchannel, on Saturday, April 18.
In the video, Mint visited Mai Khao Beach, a location popular with foreign tourists for plane-spotting photoshoots. While speaking to the camera, a foreign woman, accompanied by her boyfriend, approached and told Mint to move.
The woman said, “Move out of our area”, and Mint replied, “It’s your area? I thought it’s public space”, before leaving the spot.
Photo via YouTube/ ปักหมุดชาแนล After the exchange, Mint told viewers that the beach is a public space and that Thai people are generally used to sharing such locations, including among content creators. She added that she had experienced similar shared use of public areas while travelling in China.
A member of Mint’s team was heard saying off-camera, “I don’t know what to do. Feeling like being chased away from my home.”
The clip prompted varied responses online. Some Thai netizens agreed with Mint’s team, saying public spaces in Thailand should be accessible to everyone and that no one should be asked to leave in such a manner. Others said the beach is open to all visitors regardless of nationality.
Photo via YouTube/ ปักหมุดชาแนล However, some users offered a different view, suggesting the foreign couple may not have intended to claim ownership of the area but were asking Mint to step aside for their planned photos.
Some also suggested Mint may have entered the couple’s camera frame while they were preparing a shot, adding that Mint and visitors, regardless of their nationalities, should be mindful of others in shared public spaces to avoid conflict.
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20 April 20 2026Phuket Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997447 - Thailand outlines military capability in 2027 budget
Military capability and national sovereignty will be central to the Thailand defence budget 2027, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said today, April 20, as the government unveiled a 3.788 trillion baht spending plan amid mounting global uncertainty. Addressing a budget policy seminar at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani in Nonthaburi, Anutin pointed to the ongoing conflict in …
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Thailand outlines military capability in 2027 budgetLegacy Military capability and national sovereignty will be central to the Thailand defence budget 2027, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said today, April 20, as the government unveiled a 3.788 trillion baht spending plan amid mounting global uncertainty.
Addressing a budget policy seminar at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani in Nonthaburi, Anutin pointed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as evidence of a more volatile global environment, one he said was putting pressure on energy security and economic stability worldwide.
He said the government’s response must be disciplined, with every item of expenditure justified by clear benefit to the country.
The fiscal year 2027 budget represents a modest increase of 7.4 billion baht, or 0.2%, on the previous year. Anutin said the allocation must follow the government’s 10-plus policy framework, which sets out a long-term roadmap for economic resilience and sustainable development.
Five broad areas will guide spending priorities: economic development, foreign affairs and national security, social development (covering disaster and environmental management), public sector reform, and anti-corruption efforts.
Yala Special Task Force personnel conduct overnight patrols across high-risk areas in Yala province as part of proactive security operations | Photo via Royal Thai Army/Facebook Defence drew particular emphasis, where Anutin said weapons and military equipment must be kept in full operational readiness, and warned that any sign of weakness could invite an external threat.
He directed the armed forces and the Bureau of the Budget to approach defence planning with care, describing military strength as fundamental to protecting the country’s sovereignty and national dignity.
On energy, he called on government agencies to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels, including wider adoption of electric vehicles and expanded solar rooftop installations across public buildings.
Anutin closed by reaffirming the government’s three guiding principles: upholding the nation, religion, and monarchy; maintaining democratic governance with the King as head of state; and ensuring consistent enforcement of the law across all sectors, reported KhaoSod.
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20 April 20 2026Politics Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997435 - Foreigner allegedly tries to dodge taxi bill, claiming he forgot his wallet
A foreigner allegedly tried to underpay for a motorcycle taxi ride from Nana to Don Mueang International Airport, claiming he had left his wallet at a hotel. An app-based motorcycle taxi rider posted videos of the incident on Facebook yesterday, April 20. The confrontation took place outside a passenger terminal at Don Mueang Airport, where …
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Foreigner allegedly tries to dodge taxi bill, claiming he forgot his walletLegacy A foreigner allegedly tried to underpay for a motorcycle taxi ride from Nana to Don Mueang International Airport, claiming he had left his wallet at a hotel.
An app-based motorcycle taxi rider posted videos of the incident on Facebook yesterday, April 20. The confrontation took place outside a passenger terminal at Don Mueang Airport, where several Thai bystanders stepped in to help resolve the situation.
According to the rider, he picked up the passenger from Soi Nana and took him to the airport. The fare shown on the application was 230 baht, but the passenger handed over only 100 baht and said he forgot his wallet at a hotel.
Photo via Facebook/ ตัน เพียวไลฟ์ A taxi driver waiting outside the terminal helped speak to the passenger. The driver suggested that the man withdraw cash inside the terminal, but he replied that he did not have any bank cards with him.
The passenger then tried to leave after offering only 100 baht, saying he was in a hurry to catch a flight. The rider stopped him and repeatedly asked for the full fare.
The man was later seen searching through his backpack for his wallet and cash until an airport official passed by. The rider asked the official to intervene, and the official eventually helped settle the fare.
Photo via Facebook/ ตัน เพียวไลฟ์ The rider said the foreign passenger paid 110 baht, while the airport official transferred another 130 baht to complete the 230 baht fare. He thanked the official and the witnesses who helped, but some online users criticised the outcome.
Some Thai commenters said the official should not have stepped in, arguing that the passenger may have deliberately tried to avoid paying the full amount. Others said the fare was clearly displayed in the application and that the passenger should have made sure he could pay before taking the ride.
The rider said this was not the first time he had faced such a situation. Another video posted on his Facebook account three weeks ago showed a similar fare dispute situation, including another foreign passenger in Sukhumvit, Bangkok.
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20 April 20 2026Bangkok Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997421 - Thailand traffic fine survey finds majority back harsher penalties, except for speeding
A new survey has found broad public support for the new Thailand traffic fines, with one notable exception: a majority of respondents say the speeding penalty goes too far. The National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) polled 1,310 people by phone across Thailand on April 7 and 8, gauging public reaction to the stricter penalties …
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Thailand traffic fine survey finds majority back harsher penalties, except for speedingLegacy A new survey has found broad public support for the new Thailand traffic fines, with one notable exception: a majority of respondents say the speeding penalty goes too far.
The National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) polled 1,310 people by phone across Thailand on April 7 and 8, gauging public reaction to the stricter penalties that police began enforcing without additional warnings from April 1.
Speeding was the only offence for which support for the new penalty failed to reach a majority. Of those surveyed, 54.43% said the fine of up to 4,000 baht was too high, while 40.69% considered it appropriate, and 4.58% felt it was too low.
Support was strongest for the penalties targeting reckless driving and drink-driving. On reckless driving, now liable to a fine of 5,000 to 20,000 baht and/or up to one year in prison, 74.66% of respondents agreed with the penalty, 12.67% felt it was too lenient, and 11.60% considered it too harsh.
Drink-driving, which carries the same fine range and potential jail term, was supported by 70.38%, with 20.38% calling it too soft and 8.86% too harsh.
Penalties for several other offences drew majority support, though with notable opposition. On failure to wear a seat belt, which now carries a fine of up to 2,000 baht, 60.15% agreed with the fine, while 35.04% considered it too high.
A nighttime traffic stop in Pattaya | Photo via Pattaya News Failure to stop for pedestrians at a zebra crossing, liable to a 4,000 baht fine, was supported by 60.08%, with 28.09% saying the fine was too high and 11.68% too low.
On driving against traffic, punishable by a fine of up to 2,000 baht, 58.40% said the penalty was appropriate, 26.41% felt it was too low and 14.96% too high.
Failure to produce a driving licence, which carries a fine of up to 1,000 baht and a possible jail term of up to one month, was supported by 58.24%, though 35.34% considered it too harsh and 5.89% too lenient.
Support dipped further for penalties related to helmet use, mobile phone use while driving, and running red lights. On failure to wear a helmet, punishable by a fine of up to 2,000 baht, 55.57% agreed with the penalty, while 38.70% said it was too harsh.
Using a phone without a hands-free device while driving, liable to a fine of up to 4,000 baht, was supported by 55.11%, with 34.73% calling it too harsh.
On failure to stop at a red traffic light, also carrying a fine of up to 4,000 baht, 54.28% agreed with the penalty, 35.88% said it was too high, and 9.69% wanted it higher.
The new penalties came into effect on April 1 as part of a broader push by police to improve road safety compliance nationwide.
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20 April 20 2026Thailand Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997408 - Thai Senate committee proposes a 3% VAT hike in new tax reform
Thailand’s Economic, Financial and Fiscal Affairs Committee of the Senate proposed a tax reform plan to address the country’s fiscal deficit and rising public debt, including a proposal to raise value-added tax (VAT) from 7% to 10%. The committee, chaired by Kamphol Supapaeng, discussed the tax restructuring plan yesterday, April 19, as part of efforts …
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Thai Senate committee proposes a 3% VAT hike in new tax reformLegacy Thailand’s Economic, Financial and Fiscal Affairs Committee of the Senate proposed a tax reform plan to address the country’s fiscal deficit and rising public debt, including a proposal to raise value-added tax (VAT) from 7% to 10%.
The committee, chaired by Kamphol Supapaeng, discussed the tax restructuring plan yesterday, April 19, as part of efforts to tackle long-term fiscal challenges. If approved, the recommendations will be submitted to the Cabinet for consideration and possible implementation to ease ongoing fiscal pressure.
The committee said Thailand has recorded continuous budget deficits over the past 10 years, averaging 4% of GDP. That level is above the fiscal sustainability threshold of 3%.
It also warned that public debt could approach or exceed the legal ceiling between 2027 and 2029, forcing the government to continue borrowing to cover deficits.
Under the proposed Thailand tax reform, the first set of measures focuses on consumption-based taxes. The committee proposed increasing VAT from 7% to 10% to help fund welfare spending for an ageing population.
Photo by Surasak Tapanavongvet via Getty Images The VAT increase was previously proposed in February, but was rejected by the ruling Bhumjaithai Party. Party members said such an increase would not happen in the next two to three years.
The party said the decision was based on the government’s focus on supporting living costs while the economy has not fully recovered. It has not yet issued a statement on the renewed proposal.
The committee also called for taxes on stock trading and gold transactions, covering both physical gold and paper gold, and for the removal of the VAT exemption for businesses earning less than 1.8 million baht a year.
The second measure targets income-based taxation. The committee proposed a 2% withholding tax on e-commerce platform sales and a 20% corporate tax on foreign digital companies such as TikTok, Alibaba and eBay. It also suggested adopting a global minimum tax of at least 15% by 2027.
Photo by justhavealook via Getty Images Signature The third measure covers property taxes, including higher rates on unused land and an expanded signage tax to include all outdoor advertising and political greeting signs during festivals.
For its fourth proposal, the committee called for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve tax collection efficiency at the Revenue Department.
It also proposed welfare and labour changes to address Thailand’s ageing society. These include extending the retirement age from 60 to 65 by 2030 and raising child tax deductions to 500,000 baht per child to encourage higher birth rates.
The meeting also discussed a receipt lottery system to encourage consumers to request electronic tax invoices from businesses. Another proposal, the Home Town Tax policy, would allow taxpayers to allocate donations to local areas for community development.
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20 April 20 2026Business Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997393 - Thailand to issue emergency loan decree amid El Niño fears and rising energy costs
Thailand’s government is preparing to issue an emergency loan decree worth 500,000 million baht to build up financial reserves ahead of what officials describe as compounding economic risks, including a super El Niño weather event and elevated global energy prices. Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilpraphat confirmed the plan, saying the current state of the treasury …
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Thailand to issue emergency loan decree amid El Niño fears and rising energy costsLegacy Thailand’s government is preparing to issue an emergency loan decree worth 500,000 million baht to build up financial reserves ahead of what officials describe as compounding economic risks, including a super El Niño weather event and elevated global energy prices.
Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilpraphat confirmed the plan, saying the current state of the treasury is limited and relatively rigid, leaving the government with little room to respond to unexpected crises.
He cited external pressures, including ongoing conflict overseas and the anticipated impact of super El Niño on agricultural output and the broader economy, as key drivers behind the decision.
Under Article 172 of the Thai constitution, the government may issue an emergency royal decree in cases of urgent necessity relating to national security or the economy. Once issued, the decree must be submitted to the House of Representatives for consideration.
Thai farmers tending onion fields in Chiang Mai | Photo via Pete Miller/Pexels Pakorn noted that while the full 500,000 million baht may not be drawn in practice, public debt management principles require the government to first raise the debt ceiling to match the full borrowing amount specified in the law before any drawdown can proceed.
The borrowing decree is expected to proceed alongside a separate budget transfer bill, giving the government multiple funding channels to draw on in the event of a crisis.
However, the emergency loan cannot be issued until the public debt ceiling is raised beyond its current level of 70% of gross domestic product. Thailand’s public debt currently stands at approximately 66% of GDP, meaning there is limited but present fiscal space remaining. The finance ministry will determine the revised ceiling figure.
Michael Kenner, Co-founder of Fazwaz and Managing Director of LIFULL Connect, said the developments carry direct consequences for Thailand’s property sector.
Michael Kenner “Thailand’s emergency borrowing plan, with public debt sitting at 66% of GDP, reflects a limited capacity to absorb further economic shocks… Rising energy costs and potential El Niño-driven disruption to agricultural output create real headwinds for construction costs and regional housing demand.
“Institutional investors aren’t stepping back from Thailand, but they are pricing in a higher degree of uncertainty than we’ve seen in recent years.”
Pakorn also addressed the Oil Fund, which currently carries accumulated debt of over 100,000 million baht after years of being used to subsidise energy prices beyond its original mandate. The fund was established to stabilise energy prices during temporary fluctuations only, with a recommended revolving balance of between 20,000 and 40,000 million baht.
A separate proposal for the finance ministry to guarantee an Oil Fund loan of 150,000 million baht remains under consideration. Should additional liquidity be needed in future, the government will need to reassess the fund’s legal framework in line with prevailing economic conditions and the potential for higher energy costs ahead.
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20 April 20 2026Business Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997377 - Thai man helps thieves steal gold from nephew-in-law
A man in Ranong province admitted to assisting thieves in stealing a gold bar worth more than 2.5 million baht from his nephew-in-law, claiming he acted out of frustration over the victim’s repeated displays of wealth. The theft took place on April 10 at a car garage in Mueang district. The victim later shared CCTV …
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Thai man helps thieves steal gold from nephew-in-lawLegacy A man in Ranong province admitted to assisting thieves in stealing a gold bar worth more than 2.5 million baht from his nephew-in-law, claiming he acted out of frustration over the victim’s repeated displays of wealth.
The theft took place on April 10 at a car garage in Mueang district. The victim later shared CCTV footage of the incident on Facebook, showing a suspect wearing a black jacket, black bucket hat, and brown trousers entering a room where valuables were stored.
According to the victim, gold bars and Buddhist amulets valued at over 2.5 million baht were taken. He also posted an image of a black pickup truck believed to have been used in the crime in an effort to identify those involved.
The case was reported to Mueang Ranong Police Station, with the victim offering a 50,000 baht reward for information leading to the suspects’ arrest.
Online users noted that the suspect appeared to know exactly where the valuables were kept, suggesting possible involvement from his family members or someone close to the victim.
Photo via Facebook/ รุ่งเรืองทรัพย์เจริญ การช่าง อู่ต่อกระบะดั้มระนอง Police later confirmed that one suspect was a relative, identified as 75 year old Tawin, the victim’s uncle-in-law. During questioning, Tawin admitted his role, stating he was annoyed by the victim’s wealth boasting, including social media posts about purchasing gold and other valuables.
Tawin told police that three additional suspects were involved and were former colleagues of his. He said he provided them with information about the location of the valuables and helped plan the theft.
Photo via KhaoSod He also explained that the crime took place on the birthday of the victim’s mother, when family members were away from the house. Tawin attended the celebration and monitored the situation while passing information to the group.
Police said they identified the remaining suspects and are continuing efforts to locate them. Tawin was transferred to Ranong Provincial Court for temporary detention pending further legal proceedings.
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20 April 20 2026Crime Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997354 - Thai page spotlights vlogger’s Cambodia temple confrontation
A clip from an American travel vlogger’s video in Cambodia has circulated widely on Thai social media after capturing a confrontation with a man outside a Buddhist temple in Phnom Penh. Tyler Fox, who documents his travels across Asia on YouTube and other platforms, was visiting a Cambodian temple, the Wat Unnalom Monastery in the …
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Thai page spotlights vlogger’s Cambodia temple confrontationLegacy A clip from an American travel vlogger’s video in Cambodia has circulated widely on Thai social media after capturing a confrontation with a man outside a Buddhist temple in Phnom Penh.
Tyler Fox, who documents his travels across Asia on YouTube and other platforms, was visiting a Cambodian temple, the Wat Unnalom Monastery in the Riverside area of Phnom Penh, when the incident took place.
The moment was part of a longer hour-long vlog, the third in his Cambodia series, but drew broader attention after the Thai Facebook page ASEAN “มอง” ไทย shared the excerpt on April 19, a post that has since gathered around 7,400 likes. The full video has since accumulated over 59,000 views on YouTube.
Fox said he approached a man near the temple entrance to ask for directions, at which point the man raised his hand as if to strike him. Fox apologised to his viewers thereafter and described his own response as a subconscious “self-defence click,” acknowledging he became “heated up” in the exchange.
Fox praying inside a Cambodian temple after the incident | Screenshot courtesy of Tyler Fox/Youtube Fox said he felt particularly bad that the confrontation had taken place directly in front of a Buddhist temple, which he considered a disrespectful setting for such a conflict.
After the incident, Fox entered the monastery. He expressed admiration for the temple’s architecture, hand-carved structures, and gold-painted statues before exploring an older section of the building with the help of a monk and locals.
A commenter on the original YouTube video, identifying themselves as a Cambodian fan of Fox, offered an apology on behalf of their country and described the man as homeless, though this has not been independently verified.
The commenter also claimed that Phnom Penh’s capital administration was pursuing the man for questioning over the incident, saying it had “severely damaged the nation’s image.” That claim likewise remains unverified.
Fox has over 12,700 subscribers on YouTube and is currently travelling through Cambodia after a stint in China. His content focuses on street food, cultural landmarks, and travel tips for independent travellers.
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20 April 20 2026Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=997351